Google has announced the renaming of its NotebookLM product to Gemini Notebook, while maintaining it as a standalone application.The update ties the notebook tool more closely to Gemini and Google Search, with plans to integrate notebooks into AI Mode, Google's chatbot-like experience in Search.

Additionally, Gemini Notebook now allows users to connect to a secure cloud computer for writing and executing code, a feature initially available to Google AI Ultra and Workspace business customers, with a rollout to Pro users in the coming weeks.Users have noted limitations, such as the lack of Apps Script integration, requiring manual code transfer between apps.The change simplifies AI-driven document analysis without complex setup, addressing user requests for streamlined tool use.

The article highlights the broader implications of AI integration in productivity tools and Google's strategic shift toward enhancing its AI ecosystem.